Gwinnett County Public Schools Career and Technical Education Students of the Year
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Congratulations to Gwinnett County Public Schools CTE High School Students Of The Year representing Dacula High, Discovery High, Duluth High and Grayson High. Learn more about Career & Technical Educ...
Continue ReadingGwinnett County Public Schools Career and Technical Education Students of the Year
Feb 16
Our team congratulates these students for their outstanding achievements in the CTE Programs. These students are the promise of Gwinnett.
Continue ReadingPPB Presents: A Look At Race And Diversity In The Promo Industry
Dec 30, 2020
PPAI’s PromoTalks podcast features insightful, engaging conversations relevant to promotional products professionals and their businesses. The podcast series, which debuted in March, has already...
Continue ReadingHOW EMPLOYERS CAN SUPPORT SELF-CARE
Nov 25, 2020
As this crazy year comes to an end, stress unfortunately does not seem to be going anywhere. COVID cases are again surging, and on top of that are the usual holiday planning stresses, shorter days acc...
Continue ReadingBoosting Employee Happiness | 5 Things Employees Value Above Salary
Nov 20, 2020
What’s important to employees? A lot more than just their paychecks. As it turns out, salary has less to do with employee happiness than you may think. “Money isn’t the driver of jo...
Continue ReadingPromotional Products People Want… But Won’t Buy Themselves
Nov 13, 2020
Everyone has stuff lying around the house that they use regularly without even realizing it. Honestly, when was the last time you bought a jar opener? That’s what we thought! There are tons of p...
Continue ReadingCongratulations TOTY Finalist
Nov 10, 2020
Congratulations to the six Gwinnett County Public Schools finalists for the district’s 2021 Teacher of the Year (TOTY) honor! Your typical day in the classroom doesn’t involve balloons...
Continue ReadingCSI supports Brookwood High School FBLA
Nov 07, 2020
We remain committed to supporting student enrichment and community causes. Join our team in a simple donation of a coat to Brookwood High School FBLA today in their efforts of closing the gap of pove...
Continue ReadingCSI supports Brookwood High School FBLA
Nov 07, 2020
We remain committed to supporting student enrichment and community causes. Join our team in a simple donation of a coat to Brookwood High School FBLA today in their efforts of closing the gap of pove...
Continue ReadingDirector James Rayford Shares Report With GCPS BOE
Oct 30, 2020
James Rayford shared his report and forecast of the success health of the male community based mentoring program. In this report, James emphasized the impact and importance of community men volunteer...
Continue ReadingSupport For Rewards And Recognition Programs On The Rise
Jul 17, 2020
Most manufacturers—about 80 percent, according to a National Association of Manufacturers survey—expect the coronavirus pandemic to have a financial impact on their business, yet data from...
Continue ReadingThe Human Connection Remains An Important Part Of Marketing, Despite Technology And Automation
Jun 24, 2020
Customers’ expectations are proving a challenge for marketers seeking a balance between technology’s efficiencies and personal connections through human interaction. The Conference Board s...
Continue ReadingInfuse More Empathy Into Your Communication
Jun 08, 2020
1. Learn to listen well. When you are speaking with a customer or prospect, are you really listening to them—or are you thinking of what you want to say next? It's important to listen to the ...
Continue ReadingWorking From Home: How Technology Has Kept Us Connected
Jun 05, 2020
The coronavirus pandemic has forced millions of people to quickly adapt to a slew of lifestyle changes. From no longer going out for leisure activities or shopping to putting a hold on conferences and...
Continue ReadingPyramid Award Winner’s Campaign Draws Record Numbers To Open House
Jun 03, 2020
PPAI’s Pyramid Award program celebrates the talents and accomplishments of the companies and professionals in the promotional products industry. First introduced in 1958, for more than 60 years ...
Continue ReadingGwinnett school raises money to help feed hungry
May 27, 2020
In continuing their efforts as responsible community members, Brookwood High School students, staff and area residents raised more than $5,200 for the Community Foundation for Northeast Georgia to hel...
Continue ReadingDistrict names 2020 GCPS CTE Student of the Year, winner of Inspirational Journey Award
May 20, 2020
Congratulations to Shreya Kuturu, a North Gwinnett HS senior, for her selection as GCPS Career and Technical Education (CTE) Student of the Year! The district also honors Mario Nieto of Norcro...
Continue ReadingBrookwood High Seniors receive Karsh STEM Scholarships to Howard University
May 19, 2020
Two Brookwood seniors are among only 34 students across the nation to receive of a Karsh STEM Scholarship to Howard University--a 100%, four-year scholarship for students interested in pursuing a PhD ...
Continue ReadingYour Company's Product Safety Aware Status
May 14, 2020
Congratulations on your organization becoming Product Safety Aware! Your organization is taking the lead in promoting PPAI’s larger initiative which focuses on creating awareness and promoting t...
Continue ReadingPPEF On Track To Award 161 Scholarships In May
May 06, 2020
The Promotional Products Education Foundation (PPEF) is moving forward with awarding $276,750 in scholarships this year as originally budgeted. On an April conference call, the PPEF Executive Committe...
Continue ReadingBIC Graphic NA Donates $10,000 In Promo Products To Local Teachers
Apr 22, 2020
Our supplier partner BIC Graphic NA has donated $10,000 worth of promotional products to Marjorie’s Hope Back to School program in support of Pasco County, Florida, teachers. This is the second ...
Continue ReadingThe Coronavirus may prove to be the reset we needed
Apr 13, 2020
I continue to search for my personal lessons, takeaway or discovery from this pandemic. Well, I have connected with many people in my phone contact list with a message of care. I have discovered how m...
Continue ReadingGwinnett County media center specialist earns national recognition
Apr 11, 2020
A Meadowcreek High School media specialist was named the nation’s top librarian by a magazine that covers education. Cicely Lewis began the “Read Woke” program at the Norcross...
Continue ReadingSiegel, who was 92, passed away due to complications from the coronavirus.
Apr 09, 2020
Sidney Siegel was proud to have been a pioneer in the promotional products industry. But for the native New Yorker, the roles of father, husband and grandfather were even more important. After Siegel...
Continue ReadingWorking From Home: A Starter Kit
Apr 09, 2020
Perhaps you've heard? Lots of people are working from home these days – many for the first time. While nobody minds sleeping in and skipping the morning commute, there are definitely some adjust...
Continue ReadingRun the Reagan kicks off 24th year event!
Feb 29, 2020
Special kuddos to Brookwood Cluster Schools, community partners and Run the Reagan board chairman Ron Webster hosting Gwinnett's 24th Annual Premier Road Race. This year's race will raise funds ...
Continue ReadingCongratulations Kerenza Wing 2020 Nations Principal of the Year
Nov 27, 2019
Our team salutes Collins Hill High School Principal Kerensa Wing for her selection as 2020 National Principal of the Year! Each year, the NASSP National Principal Of The Year program recognizes outst...
Continue ReadingMill Creek Community Breakfast 2019
Nov 19, 2019
Today, Mill Creek High School hosted its annual Partner in Education breakfast honoring retired Gwinnett County Board of Education, District 1 representative Daniel Seckinger for his outstanding servi...
Continue ReadingMeadowcreek Host Annual Partnership Recognition Breakfast
Jun 13, 2019
Wednesday, May 29th Meadowcreek High School hosted its Annual Partnership Breakfast inviting business relationships to enjoy a meal, share insights of the impact of human capital, in-kind, internships...
Continue ReadingShawn Merchant Meadowcreek High TOTY 2017-18
Apr 16, 2019
Great seeing Shawn Merchant at Meadowcreek High Career and College Expo last Friday. Shawn is the 2017-18 Meadowcreek High Teacher Of The Year recipient. Shawn was presented with a diamond dial watc...
Continue ReadingGwinnett American Values Dinner 2019
Mar 07, 2019
Thank you Mustang Community Foundation, Dr. Welch and Lynette Apointe for your gracious invitation to join you and your guest at the Annual Gwinnett American Values Dinner 2019. Friends of Scouting t...
Continue ReadingCSI Participtates In Tucker High School Career Fair
Feb 28, 2019
A special thanks to Principal Eric Parker for his invitation for our team to share career pathways, enrichment, career relevance and readiness Wednesday at Tucker High School. Students were prepared ...
Continue ReadingCSI Supports Shiloh High College and Career Fair
Feb 22, 2019
Our commitment to supporting public education initiative includes, but not limited to participating in career day enrichment. Students attending Gwinnett County Public Schools are intentionally intro...
Continue ReadingBethesda Elementary Recognitizes Kelly
Feb 13, 2019
Our team was honored with a meaningful moment recognition from Bethesda Elementary Principal Pam Williams for support of her vision and mission of student academic success. Our team supports teaching...
Continue ReadingGraves Elementary Principal Clayborn Knight Recognizes Bryan
Feb 12, 2019
Our team was honored today by Principal Clayborn Knight in a heartfelt, meaningful moment recognition for our efforts of supporting, advocating and championing teaching and learning at Graves Elementa...
Continue ReadingGraves Elementary Celebrates Student Success
Feb 11, 2019
Principal Clayborn Knight of Graves Elementary School celebrates student academic achievement of these 3 students passing the Georgia Milestone testing. Special thanks to business partners Atlanta's ...
Continue ReadingGwinnett County Public Schools Selects Teacher Of The Year
Jan 03, 2019
Congratulations to Gwinnett County's 2019 Teacher of the Year Heidi Campbell of Parkview High School! A teacher who never runs out of smiles, she never says that the connects she makes with students ...
Continue ReadingMeadowcreek HS ROTC Salutes Veterans
Nov 12, 2018
Meadowcreek High School leads Gwinnett County Public Schools as one of the largest ROTC Programs in excess of 273 students participating. Today was an incredible display of student salute to all mili...
Continue ReadingGoodwill CEO visits Meadowcreek High School
Nov 01, 2018
Today Meadowcreek High School Principal Tommy Welch hosted a conversation and tour for Keith Parker CEO of Goodwill of North Georgia. This collaboration offers Meadowcreek HS students enrichment, job...
Continue ReadingGCPS REACH Scholar Signing Ceremony
Oct 25, 2018
Gwinnett County Public Schools Superintendent J. Alvin Wilbanks and his team welcomed Georgia Gov. Nathan Deal to celebrate, recognize and charge middle school students with academic success. Georgia...
Continue ReadingGwinnett County Public Schools Career Connection Expo 2018
Oct 16, 2018
Thank you Jody Reeves, CTE Team and local school CTE coaches for inviting our team to participate in the 2018 Career Connection Expo. This year 5,000 middle school students, 400 representatives of 18...
Continue ReadingGwinnett County Public Schools Teacher Of The Year Finalist
Oct 10, 2018
Our team salutes all teachers across the county for the great work they do in education, encouragement, enrichment and nurturing of students of primary, secondary and post secondary education.
Continue ReadingBrookwood High Principal Ford Recognizes Teacher Of The Year
Oct 09, 2018
Our team joins principals in celebrating their core asset, their teachers. We are in our 4th year of donating a diamond watch to select Gwinnett County Public Schools for this coveted recognition. Co...
Continue ReadingBerkmar HS vs Meadowcreek HS Classic Football Game
Oct 01, 2018
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Continue ReadingBerkmar HS Meadowcreek HS Leadership Developement Community Service Project
Sep 27, 2018
Berkmar HS vs Meadowcreek HS Classic football game has come again. Each year these schools are rewriting the narrative for the fans and community, "this game is NOT a rivalry, its a classic." All we...
Continue ReadingBethesda Elementary PTA Fund Open-Air Pavilion For Student Learning
Sep 24, 2018
Bethesda PTA embarked on a visionary project of building an open-air pavilion for student learning. The vision of this learning space allows educators options of creating temporary classroom settings...
Continue ReadingShiloh Middle Schools Host Community Support & Impact Meeting
Sep 14, 2018
Shiloh Middle School hosted its monthly Community Support & Impact Lunch Meeting inviting faith-based community, business community, parents and cluster principals to attend. Dr. Tereka Williams, Pri...
Continue ReadingCongratulations Holly Hahn McConnell Middle TOTY
Sep 12, 2018
Our team salutes the great work of all teachers and especially Holly Hahn an educator at McConnell Middle for her selection as Teacher Of The Year 2018 - 2019.
Continue ReadingMeadowcreek High School Varsity Basketball Team Recognized by GCPS Board Of Education
Apr 21, 2018
Congratulations to Meadowcreek High School Varsity Basketball Team for their 7A State Championship. On Thursday night these young men were recognized by Gwinnett County Public Schools Board of Educat...
Continue ReadingDiscount Tire Tours Junior Achievement Discovery
Apr 12, 2018
It was my pleasure today to facilitate a tour for the team of Brian Herrington and James Stepherson of Discount Tire. Discount Tire has a long standing commitment of supporting teaching and learning ...
Continue ReadingShiloh High Host Annual College & Career Fair
Mar 21, 2018
It was pleasure for our team to support teaching and learning in conversations with Shiloh High School Students on the subject of college and career readiness. The young generation offers much promis...
Continue ReadingGCPS Community Based Mentoring
Mar 05, 2018
It was my pleasure to attend the Gwinnett County Public Schools Community Based Mentoring 7th Annual Career Summit Saturday March 3rd at Berkmar High School. Director James Rayford has recruited male...
Continue ReadingAtlanta Ronald McDonald House Charity Makes a Difference!
Mar 05, 2018
Our team proudly supports weekly volunteering at Atlanta Ronald McDonald House Charity. Meet Skylar a guest at the home. The Atlanta Ronald McDonald House Charity is supported by over 30,000 volunte...
Continue ReadingBrookwood Cluster Schools Support Run The Regan!
Mar 01, 2018
Another successful year of the Annual Run The Regan, a non-profit and qualifier for the Peachtree Road Race. Brookwood High Schools students were exhibitors selling school and Bronco Nation products ...
Continue ReadingCongratulations CTE Student Of The Year Toni Walker
Feb 06, 2018
Congratulations to CTE Student Of The Year, Toni Walker, who won 1st Place for The State Of Georgia DECA Competition in Apparel and Accessories Marketing. Toni will now compete on the national level ...
Continue ReadingRoberts Elementary Feedback
Jan 16, 2018
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Continue Reading6 important tips for selecting branding solutions!
Dec 09, 2017
6 Things You're Missing Out on by Not Using Promotional Products Promotional products aren’t just for niche industry operations. Whether you are a small organization looking to grow your ...
Continue ReadingCSI Supports Crews Middle School Shark Tank
Dec 07, 2017
Bryan has supported Rod Hames Shark Tank student exercise at Crews Middle School for years. Thanks Don Smith of Merrill Lynch for his attendance and support of Gwinnett County Public Schools over man...
Continue ReadingWe support Friends Of Scouting
Dec 05, 2017
Our team supports the great work of scouting impacting young lives. Bryan will serve a consecutive year as Chairman of the Lilburn Friends of Scouting. There are may notable individuals who were sco...
Continue ReadingBrookwood High School Entrepreneurship Program
Oct 27, 2017
We were honored to have been invited to share relevance and readiness insights of entrepreneurship with Brookwood High School students. Cindy Quinlan (R) and Angie McLane (L) are equipping students w...
Continue ReadingWe are known by the customers we keep!
Sep 17, 2017
In 2011, our team was commissioned by NBMOA (National Black McDonald's Operator's Association) to solve a problem with a solution to recognize their 18 members who were instrumental in negotiating par...
Continue ReadingElena Lopez of McGuireWoods Law Firm Tours Meadowcreek High School
Sep 07, 2017
What an exciting morning as both Bryan representing CSI and Elena Lopez representing McGuire Woods Law Firm with 22 offices both U.S. and internationally, were hosted by Lynnette Aponte for a tour of ...
Continue ReadingCSI Supports Gwinnett County Police Foundation Golf Tournament 2017
Aug 29, 2017
It is our pleasure to support the annual Gwinnett County Police Foundation Golf Tournament. The goals of the GCPF are: to improve public safety in Gwinnett County by sponsoring programs that focus...
Continue ReadingJose Eduardo Diaz
Jul 22, 2017
We are so regretful to hear the passing of SRO Jose Eduardo Diaz, Meadowcreek Cluster of Gwinnett County Public Schools. Our prayers are with the Diaz family and the extended Meadowcreek Cluster fami...
Continue ReadingRides to Remember 2017
Jul 14, 2017
It was our sincere pleasure to participate in this year's Rides to Remember supporting sick and injured kids and teens. Our thanks to Ferrari Maserati Atlanta for hosting it's best event in 12 years....
Continue ReadingGeorgia Department of Education Announces 2017 Scholars
Jun 19, 2017
Through the Georgia Scholarship program, the Department of Education identifies and honors high school seniors who have achieved excellence in school and community life. The program is coordinated by...
Continue ReadingOur Team Participated Rides to Remember Supporting Sick & Injured Kids
Jun 12, 2017
Bryan truly had a great time Saturday participating in the 12th. Annual Rides To Remember Hosted by Ferrari Maserati Atlanta. The smiles this event brings to kids are priceless. View pictures. ht...
Continue ReadingCSI preferred consultant to design Meadowcreek Cluster Schools Leadership Jackets
Jun 08, 2017
A picture speaks louder than a thousand words! We are so honored to have been chosen as the preferred vendor for the 2017-2018 Meadowcreek Cluster of Schools Leadership Sport Coats. Looking past the...
Continue ReadingGwinnett County Public Schools Summer Leadership Conference 2017
Jun 08, 2017
We are appreciative for the opportunity to provide solutions for the GCPS Annual SLC. We approach opportunities in a unique way: 1. Agree on the objective. 2. Agree on the measure. 3. Agree on the...
Continue ReadingWe help clients foster a culture of recognition
May 24, 2017
"I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel." Dr. Maya Angelou Our team brings over 23 years of recog...
Continue ReadingShiloh Middle Closes The Year With Highlights
May 19, 2017
It was my pleasure to serve this year on the Shiloh Middle Community, Success & Impact Committee. I encourage business owners to engage and commit this upcoming school year to schools in Gwinnett Cou...
Continue ReadingSweetwater Middle Recognizes Community Partners
May 19, 2017
Our team was honored to receive recognition as a business partner supporting teaching and learning by Principal Jay Nebel of Sweetwater Middle School. Sweetwater encourages community, families and bu...
Continue ReadingShiloh Middle Community, Support and Impact Luncheon
May 18, 2017
The purpose of the Shiloh Middle School Community, Support and Impact Committee is to foster champions who advocate for teaching and learning by sharing 3 T's: Talent, Time and Treasure. Today's meet...
Continue ReadingLouise Radloff Recognized by The Salvaltion Army of Gwinnett
May 13, 2017
Louise Radloff, who serves on the Gwinnett County Public Schools Board of Education representing District 5, was recognized Friday, May 12th by The Salvation Army of Gwinnett at the annual luncheon "D...
Continue ReadingCSI Salutes Our Lady of Mercy Catholic High School Graduating Class of 2017
May 04, 2017
We are so proud of these students and encourage their continued education and exploration of career pathways. We would also like to salute our niece Kennedy Brown, who is also a student at Our Lady o...
Continue ReadingHow To Find The Right Business Partner
Apr 12, 2017
In today's blog, we share these insights from Elinor Robin, a mediator who's doctorate dissertation focused on the key factors of successful business partner relationships. ...
Continue ReadingCSI Salutes Brookwood High School Orchestra
Mar 23, 2017
Our team salutes 33 Brookwood Orchestra Students for their hard work, practice and preparation for their performance in New York City at Carnegie Hall Friday Night. Additionally, we celebrate those e...
Continue ReadingCSI Salutes Shamira Pierson-Porter as GCPS Middle School Counselor Of The Year
Mar 22, 2017
Our team salutes Counselor Shamira Pierson-Porter, of Radloof Middle School in her recognition of Gwinnett County Public Schools Counselor Of The Year. Ms. Pierson-Porter understands the importance o...
Continue ReadingSeven Ways To Be A More Effective Leader.
Mar 22, 2017
Culture and Climate Most people typically don't like being on the receiving end of demands but we often have to take it, especially if this person is the boss. While there are some situations in w...
Continue ReadingCSI Salutes Dr. Tommy T. Welch
Mar 21, 2017
Our team salutes Dr. Tommy T. Welch, Principal of Meadowcreek High School for his outstanding commitment to teaching and learning in Gwinnett County Public Schools. It's with great pride that our tea...
Continue ReadingWellness Strategy
Mar 01, 2017
How does your organization measure the cost of wellness or attendance? What is that measure worth to your organization if you can reduce significantly. Consider this cost effective 20 oz. Fruit Bask...
Continue Reading7 Traits Of An Innovator
Feb 24, 2017
Seven Traits Of An Innovator by James Bertrand Innovation is critical to business. Why? Well, you can't just keep doing the same things over and over again, and expect increasingly better results. Y...
Continue ReadingDesk Accessories Yield Results
Feb 24, 2017
Desk accessories are highly used in the workplace and consumer daily lifestyles. Consider our unique gallery of journals for your next recognition, branding or theme strategy of telling your story. ...
Continue ReadingCongratulations to Dr. Tommy T. Welch, Georgia Association Secondary Schools Principal of the Year
Feb 23, 2017
Our team would like to give a shout out to Meadowcreek High School Principal Dr. Tommy T. Welch for his selection as Georgia Association Secondary Schools Principal of the Year 2017-2018. Way to go D...
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